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DIDN'T WANT TO DISGRACE HIM.
Why the Generals Old Body Servant
Wouldn't Smoke Cheap Cigar.
From the Neto York Tribune.

From the New York Tribune.
Gen. - is an old-time Southerner,
very vain about his personal appearance and
very proud of his cigars, which are about as
good as can be bought, for the General has
plenty of money The General has negro
valet who has grown old in his service and
feels that his long years of faithful service
ought TO entitle him to some privileges which
would not be granted to younger servitor.
The old negro fatters himself that he bears
a strong personal resemblance to his master,
and among his colored acquaintance is
known as 1.-THE Gin'eln OF course Gen.
does not recognize this alleged resem-
blance and would, without hesitation,
shoot the man who dared insinuate, in
his presence, that the remotest resemblance
existed
One day Gen. gave his valet one of
his old dressing gowns. Soon thereafter,
Gen. began TO miss some of his high
priced cigars. He suspected the old negro of
taking the cigars, and to make his tempta-
ton lighter gave him box Of cheap cigars,
together with a strong hint of his suspi-
cions. Still the good cigars continued 10 dis
appear. At last Gen. -- lost all patience,
and plainly charged the old negro with
til e theft.
"You old, black rascal" he Numbered. az
had better tell me the truth or I'll have you
shot, hang me if | don't"
The darkey was too scared TO speak for a
moment, but he wasn't long without some
thing to say for himself, and as he went on
with his defense grew quite jubilant in man
ner, feeling assured that he would be acquit-
tel. This is what he said:
"Now Gin'el, | axes you to let me 'splain.
'Scuse me, Gin'el, please 'clar fo' de Lord
l amt stold dem see-gars. | amt stole
muffin since jined de church, MORN six
monts ago. Gin'el, you members dat ole
dressin gown dat you glib me. Well, when /
goes home and puts on dat dreSsin' gown an
puts bof my feet on de mantel, jes like l see
you do my ole oman she say, i 'clar
WGlyum Henry, yu does look NIFTY like de
Gin'el.' An | tells you, GInel, does feel
pow'ful like you, but somehow / amt jes
like you. | wants som'pin. l keeps think
in and thinkin wat it mout be- Den my
ole oman, she say agin, L 'clar Willyum
Henry, eff you jes had one OBJ de Gin'els fine
see-gars .yud look jes like him. Well,
Gin'el, when gets one OBJ dem fine see-gars
knows looks jes like you, COS feels like
you"
But you old black reprobate," broke in
the General, ''why didn't you smoke one of
the cigars gave you and leave mine alone
The old negro drew himself up proudly,
and looked reproachfully at his master while
he replied:
''Gin'el, Use knowed you nigh onto fifty
yeers, an Use niver knowed you TO smoke
poo see-gar | doesn't want to disgrace yer,
Gin'el. Howse | gwine to look like you wild
apOo' see-gar ia my mout!"
The General never answered the ques-
ton.
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Ocala Qccasionals.

OcALA, June 22--The Eastern Convoca-
tion of Florida met at Grace church Mon
day. The services were well attended.
The paper on church unity was particularly
interesting and was thoroughly discussed,
the Rev G. H. Nash, of the Baptist church
being present and joining in the discussion.
During n recent thunderstorm the First
National Bank of Ocala was struck by
lightning and several persons throughout
The building we're stunned and shocked, but
there were no serious effects. The building
was only slightly damaged. The lightning
struck the flag staff Of the Free Press and
jumping from that TO the ornamental stone
work, loosened and dislocated several large
blocks In the Free Press room il COM
pletely demolished a picture hanging against
the wall, leaving no other traces.
The vegetable growers have shipped every
thing they have to ship and still prices are
good.
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A COTTON MILL SCHEME.
Augusta Capitalists Think of Putting
Up 10000 Spindles.

AUGUSTA, GA, June pa project has
been put on foot by capitalists to establish
at the Locks, seven miles from the city. on
the Savannah river, a 10000 spindle cotton
mill The parties and attorneys interested
in the scheme nave been in conference to-
day with the city authorities with view to
arranging for the use of waste water which
is not utilized by the Augusta canal, but is
provided by the river dam. Maj. w. T.
Gary, of this city, is the lawyer interested.
10 Harrisburg, suburb, to night the Sal
vation Army was rocked, and a female sol
der named Fondam was seriously cut in
the face. No arrests were made. The ex-
element was intense at the time, and gem
eral row was only prevented by cooler
heads
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Natures Funny Freaks.
.Erom The Mem YORK. Star.

FTVVt IlIt 4Ftt0 VIN a1IHF'
Grabs, which are supposed to shed their
shells every year, do not often shed them
after they have attained their full size, and
the creatures become victims to barnacles
aud ali sort of marine growths that fasten
themselves upon the she'll A remarkable
example Of this may be seen in the British
Museum. where has been placed an old crab
of the edible species, with some half a dozen
oysters of a large size fixed to It's back
which load, ever increasing, the old crab
was doomed to carry TO the end of its days.
Another curious specimen preserved is that
of a hairy crab, which, though not larger
itself than walnut, is saddled with a sponge
as big as mans fist.
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To be Remembered.

ALLCoCKs Porous PLASTER is the only
one which contains valuable curative prop
critics; IL never fails TO do all that is claimed
for it; it does nd4 blister or irritate the skin
il can be worn for weeks without pain or
Inconvenience; it is the household medicine
chest; ii stands on its own merits as il has
done for quarter Of a century; its valua-
BILE ingredients are found in none Of its imi-
tations, and it can be had Of all druggists
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changed since his last visit, but he never
thought OF financial troubles. He hoped
that he reached him in time to save his life.
Immediately after the occurrence the house
was closed, and Miss Eckert and few
friends were quietly notified Miss Eckert
was completely Frustrated. For few
hours to-day she sat by the bedside of her
lover and listened TO his rawlings over the
stock and provision markets. Wade is 35
years old.
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FUNERAL INVITATIONS.

HOPKINS.-The friends and relatives of Mrs
Margaret N. Hopkins and of James r. Hopkins
and family and 7. J. Brown and family, are re-
spectfully invited TO attend the funeral of Sirs.
MARGARET N Hopkins. from her late residence,
New Houston, third door from jefferson street,
at 4:30 O'Clock THIS AFTERNOON.
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MEETINGS.
,,--'-'7'-77s-'--s--s--~--~--s----
SPECIAL NOTICE.

meeting of the subscribers to the stock of the
GREENWICH PARK ASSOCIATION win be
held THIS MORNING, at u O'Clock, at the Office
of the undersigned, 113 Bay street. All sub
scribers are requested to be present.
GEORGE w. OWENS. Chairman.
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In its effects and useful in its application,
the fragrant SOZODoNT has become the
most popular dentifrice in existence. IT'S
used and praised by everybody.
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SPECIAL NOTICES.
NOTICE.

Any neglect on the part of drivers Of the
Scavenger Carts in attending TO their duty, will
please be reported to me at once either in per-
son or by mail, and same shall have prompt
attention. Housekeepers viii please see that
the trash is put in boxes or barrels and placed
where the drivers can get it conveniently, and
with as little delay as possible.
E. E. CHEATHAM, Superintendent,
167 Perry Street. corner Barnard.
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A NEW POOL AND BILLIARD PARLOR

Will be opened THIS EVENING, in connection
with the Saloon and Restaurant, at the MER-
CHANTS EXCHANGE. A fine Lunch will be
served. Terrapin Soup, Salads, etc; everything
TO tempt the most dainty appetite. At my old
stand, 1919 Congress street All my friends
and the public are cordially invited. Respect
fully, c. F. GRAHAM.
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DEATHS.


OETJEN.-Died, in the morning, at o'clock,
June 24th. D. OETJEx. Youngest son of Mr.. and
Mrs. ID. Oetjen. Funeral occurred in the after
noon.
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FOR SALE.
HOTEL SITE FOR SALE.

THE site known as the United States Bar
i racks, Savannah, Ga, purchased for hotel
purposes, is offered for sale, conditioned on the
erection Of modern hotel Of not less than 900
rooms within two years from delivery of titles.
The property is centrally located, measures 20
by 800 feet, with streets on all sides. enc of
which is the promenade of the city, and faces
electric lights river and artesian water works,
street railroads. paid fire department. splendid
police force, etc. IL IL the headquarters of two
extensive railroad systems and the southern
active commercial centre, as well as one of the
handsomest and healthiest cities in the Union.
This is the best opening to-day in the South for
a first-class hotel For further particulars ad-
dress =. A. WE'LL or ED. +. NEUFVILLE, Sa-
vannah, Ga.
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Az electrical current that struck n town Mt
Nyack. n Y. during a storm this week. is said
70 have violently removed a slipper from the
foot % l5-year-old girl without injuring her.
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DIR. HENRY S COLDING,

ELECTION NOTICE.
CITY OF SAVANNAH.
OFFICE CLERK OF COUNCIL.
SAVANNAH, GA, June 10Th, 1887. J
Under and by virtue of a resolution adopted
by Council at meeting of June 18th, 1897 Coun-
Gil will elect at its next regular meeting, that is
to say on WEDNESDAY, June 29th 1887, Cor
poration Attorney to fill vacancy occasioned by
the resignation of II. C. Cunningham. Salary
81 800 per annum. Applicants must hand in
their applications to the Clerk of Council at or
before o'clock p. NJ, WEDNESDAY, June GOTH
1887. BY order of Council.
FRANK Z. REBARER,
Clerk of Council.
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ULMER's LIVER CORRECTOR.
This vegetable preparation is invaluable for
the restoration Of tone and strength to the sys-
tenn. For Dyspepsia, Constipation and other
ills, caused by disordered liver, it cannot be
excelled. Highest prizes awarded, and in
dorsed by eminent medical men. Ask for VI
mer's Liver Corrector and take no other. 500
a bottle. Freight paid to any address.
B. F. ULMER, NJ D.,
Pharmacist, Savannah Ga.
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Most Remarkable

Q. n. SALISBURY, Signal Corps, us. Army,
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SPECIAL NOTICE.
From this date and until further notice the
STEAMER KATIE will be withdrawn from the
Savannah river, for the purpose of general over
hauling. Due notice will be given of the re-
sumption of her route.
JOHN LAwTON,
Manager.
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THE MORRISON HOUSE.

One Of the Largest Boarding Houses in the
South.
A FFORDS pleasant South rooms, good board
( n with pure Artesan Water, at prices to suit
those wishing table, regular or transient accom-.
modations. Northeast corner Broughton and
Drayton streets, opposite Marshall House.
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15
ENGULFED IN THE LAKE,
A PORTION OF A SWISS VIL-
Laos DISAPPEARS.
a Hotel With Its Inmates, Goes DOva-
Railroad Accident In Kontueky
-CAkualtIes. =

BERSE, July IA portion OF the land
bordering on the lake at Zug, the capital Of
the canton OK that name, subsidized WednoD-
day and twenty houses were engulfed in the
laka All the occupants were drowned
Inc town is situated on the edge Of the basin
OF lake known as the Zugerses, and along
the street fronting the lake q number OF now
STONE quays have been completed recently.
hair of these sank into the lake, carrying
with them the roadway of the street back Of
them and most OF the houses fronting on Il
Among the buildings was q crowded inn.
known as the Hotel Zurich, four floors Of
which were filed with guests. The hotel like
The other houses, vanished completely from
sight and took with it laage number Of its
inmates, the most of whom were in bed and
asleep. There was scarcely any warning Of
the catastrophe, and it is likely that many
OF those who perished never knew what bad
happened.
Among those in the hotel who failed 70 g.
cape was M Collin, tho president OF tho can
ton Of Zug. An infant was found alive and
unhurt floating about on the lake In In
cradle A large reScuing party Is at work
endeavorIng 10 remove the dead from the
water or find the living beneath the debris
OF houses that were wrecked but not in
Eulfed.
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15
The Treacherous Water.

ATCHIsON, Kan, July 8.-Since Wendes-
day noon about fifty acres of land in East
Atchison, Mo, have been washed away by
the river. The school house, which a
month ago stood a quarter of mile from
the river bank, was moved east, and the
ground on which it stood is now in the
river. The bank at that point is perpendicu-
lar and thirty feet high. The river
has been rising steadily for forty-eight
hours, and the high winds of yesterday drove
the current against the bank with great vio-
lence, washing out the bed of quicksand
which lies below a stratum of clay, and, thus
undermined, section after section Of earth as
large as block of building, breaks loose and
is swallowed up by the mighty current All
the resid-nts Of that portion of the town
have been forced TO hastily remove their
houses or abandon them to the mercy of the
river. The river is steadily and surely cutting
its way through the narrow neck Of land
which affords approach to the east end of the
Atchison bridge, and unless the Government
authorities take speedy action in the matter
the river viii cut through, leaving the bridge
on dry land.
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15
An Hrnnaut Jnmns n Mile.

QUINCY, Ill, July 5.-Baldwin, the well
known @ronaut, successfully performed the
most daring feat OF his lie here Monday, by
jumping from a balloon at an altitude OF
5000 feet The high wind which prevailed
during the morning delayed the ascension
till shortly after O'Clock, when Baldwin
entered the basket, the lines were cut and the
balloon rose sluggisLly, bearing eastward.
As it rose higher il trimmed nicely. and
When well up Baldwin began his preparations
for his leap. The balloon had reached an a.
titude of nearly 5000 feet when the white
parachute fiuttered, and the balloon shot up
ward. Baldwinhad jumped. For $50 feet
he shot down with the velocity of a rocket.
the parachute not working Satisfactorily.
After Baldwin had fallen another 100 feet
the air caught it, and the downward flight of
the pronaut seemed to decrease During
the first few seconds Of the descent the peo-
pie held their breath, and only when the
speed was slackened dill they think OF aD-
pause. The descent was made in five and q
half minutes, Baldwin landing in a wheat
field two miles IRON the point in Sing eton
Park from which he made the ascent. Bald
win was almost overcome by the descent.
and but for the timely arrival OF friends with
stimulants would have been Drostrated. He
said he would never repeat the jump from
such an altitude, and those who saw the ter
rible feat are ready enough TO believe it
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15

TORONTO, Ont, July Two young Iads
were drowned in the bay Wednesday after.
noon As one Of the ferries was leaving ths
wharf At the Island, a young Italian musi-
clan named Salvatore Caro- fell into the water
and sank. Thomas Lightfoot. young man
employed in hotel on the Island, plunged
In to the rescue and succeeded in reaching
the Italian, who Immediately graspsd Light
foot by the throat, and they both dtGap-
peared Over lOO people we're looking on.
but no attempt 70 save the unfortunate pair
was made TIL too late. Since Saturday lass
siI people have been drowned in the bay.
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15
POwDERLY'S VIEWS,
Further Opinions on the Question OF I'm.
migration.


SCRANTON, Pa, July 8-General Master
Workman Powderly regards imr~ igration as
one OF the most perplexing prCb'.n1s of the
day. Replying to an editorial in Yesterday
mornings issue of Corgressman Scrantons
paper, which said that "Mr. PoIJierly's
policy would shut the doors against the
classes who most OF all have need Of this
country" Mr.. Powderly says:
any policy would most undoubtedly shut
the door against great many who, most of
all, have need of this country, but II would
not prevent the landing of any individual Of
whom the country is in nee1 My expert
ence teaches me that this constantly iucreas-
ing tide OF immigration is detrimental to the
immigrant and the country to which he
comes. What is required is to know the
condition of the country an1 its needs, and if
the condition of the country is such that
man cannot be sef-sustaining for the first
year after his arrival-if he must knock at
the door of mine, mill, or factory and offer
to take the place o the American workman
for less money than that man receives for
his labOr-then his advent TO this country
partakeS more of the nature Of cur than
a blessing.
"The conditions which surround he immi-
grant of fifty, twenty-five, or even ten years
ago were far different from those surround
ing the poor fellow who lands to-day, and
among the men who cry out against immi-
grafton today are thousands who landed no
longer ago than ten years. Improved
machinery and new inventions have within
the last twenty-five years made it possible for
one man to do the work Of three, and in
many instances the work Of ten. To-day we
witness marvellous increase in the popula-
ton OF our cities and an alarming decrease in
tie population of our farming districts.
That Is, the agricultural population does rot
by any means keep propOrtionate pace with
the population of mining, manufacturing,
and mechanical centers. AL this tends to
show that something must be done to equal
ize our population"
Mr.. Powderly claims that no laborer who
lands on American soil from a foreign coun-
try under existing conditions without visi-
bic means of support will own a home of
his own within the next fifty ars.
The General Master Workman is intensely
in earnest on the question of immigration,
and the organization Of which he is the
leader viii undoubtedly address itself to
that problem in a practical manner without
delaV
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15
Strange and Fatal Attack.

CHICAGO, July 5.-A tragedy OF unac-
countabe origin and almost certainly fatal
results was enacted at l o'clock yesterday
morning on the walk in front of the saloon at
211 East Division street At that hour John
and Gustave Orkner, two Swedes, brothers,
and aged 80 and y years respectively,
issued from the saloon on their way
TO their lodgings in the same house
above stairs They stopped on the walk a
moment TO converse with a friend named
Emil Lundel Suddenly a man, who had
been drinking in the house, rushed out and
attacked the group with a knife. He first
made long and painful cash in Gustave's
arm and then plunged his knife deep
into John Orkner's stomach. He then fed
and was lost TO sight in the darkness.
He is described as a short, thick-set
man, with a scant blonde mustache,
dressed in a dark check suit, with rel
ribbon badge on his coat Gustave was
borne upstairs, where his wound was dressed
John was taken To the Alexian Brothers
Hospital and his injuries pronounced fatal
No possible provOcation for the assault IS ap-
parent. and it is believed 10 be the work OF @
drunken mailman The police throughout
the city are o. the lookout for him.
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15
Fire in = Military Barracks.

QUEBEC, Canada, July Fire Is raging
in the barracks, and il is feared that the
powder in the magazine will explode An
extensive cOnhagration In threatened. Grcat
excitement prevails throughout the city, and
people are rushing about the streets in alarm.
Buildings are being demolished to prevent
the spread of the flames
LATER-All the available force In the bat
terry are blowing up buildings to prevent tho
fire from reaching the magazine, and q
trlmpeter Is sounding the bugle as . signal
of danger and for all hands TO keep clear
The fire has made its way across the main
entrance and is now burning 10 the western
extremity OF the block. Bombs are expod-
ing and the worst fears are entertained
Many timid citizens are leaving the city.
thinking the magazines are sure to 90. One
man Is reported missing
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15
Reorcanixing the Canadlan Mnitia.

MONTREAL. Canada, July lit IS said that
the dominion government has intrJsted tC
Sir Frederick Middleton the task c reor-an-
izing the militia o, Canada, III order to place
il upon an efficient footing. This
scheme IS said TO have originated
> the horse guards, England, and
s. len carried out IL viii nearly double the
force. The present system OF ervice Is &c
be substituted by conscrjptOn he English
militia regulations are 70 be followed. anu o
larger regular force Is 10 be established.
The northwest mounted police is also To be
largely augmented.
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15
Destructive Wind and Rain Storm.

READING, Pa, July 8.-A storm ragged
last night in this section, doing much dam
age. Zaigles' church, at Weisnebury, and
Peter hline's barn, near K~'-.own, were
burned by lightning. Loss on church IS, 600;
ON barn 5000. Timber on the Blue noun
tains was fired by lightning and 500 acres
were burned. Hundreds of acres of corn
were washed out by the rain.
LITTLE ROCK, Ark, July S.-Carlisle and
Jackson, Ark, were visited by severe storms
last night. The Baptist church at Carlisle
was blown down, and several other build.
ings were destroyed. 1t is impossible to esti-
mate the loss to crops and property.
Western cyclone., 1887-07-15
QUEBEC IN SUSPENSE.
THE DANGERS INCIDENT TO
THE BARRACKS FIRE.
a Town Being Undermined by o River
Terrific CeilOnite Explosion
Other Casualties.

QUEBEC, Canada, July 8-The fire in this
:ity last night broke out in the stables at
sached TO the barracks at the citadel. The
stable picket is said to have been asleep.
The stables and the sheds on the ramparts
are built entirely of wood, and it is the gen.
eral belief that wooden buildings in such an
important fortress as the citadel, and in a
place where large quantities of powder are
stored, should not have been tolerated An
investigation will be held.
The excited citizens did not seek their
homes until o'clock in the morning. The
most intense alarm prevailed throughout the
city until the fire was got thoroughly under
control At one time there were fully 5000
men, women, and children walking about
the streets. Many made their way to the
surrounding country in carriages and carts
and on foot, fearing an explosion of the pow
der LII the magazine would occur
This feeling was, perhaps. most manifest
along Champlain street, right under the
great fortress, as it was known that great
quantity OF powder was stored therein.
When, therefore, several explosions occurred
at midnight the people held their breath and
sought the best shelter available. The crowd
on the glacis and on the hill leading to the
citadel made a terrible rush down the hill
till they got where they supposed them
selves out of range of the dangerous missiles
This alarm subsided somewhat when it was
found that no damage was caused, and the
subsequent explosions caused little fear.
The GOvernor-Generars and officers quar-
ters, stables Of artillery, hospital, and the
provincial armory, which contains q. OOO
stand or arms, were uninjure1 The loss is
estimated at $50, ,O0J; no insurance.